Join a Studio as a Guest

You're almost ready to be recorded! Click the invite link sent by your Host to join their Studio.

During the recording, your computer automatically saves your high-quality audio and video. Then it uploads your recording to Riverside. Please leave your browser tab open until you see it finish the upload.

TIP:
On a computer, use Chrome or Edge, the supported web browsers. On a mobile device, download the iOS or Android app.

Step by step:

1. On your computer, click the Join Session button in an invite email or a Studio access link.
   

   NOTE:
   Set up your microphone and camera in the Lobby before entering the Studio.

2. In the Lobby, enter your name.
3. Click to indicate whether you are using headphones.

   IMPORTANT:
   If you haven't used Riverside before, click Request Camera Permissions so the browser can access your microphone and camera. Click Allow.

4. Look for the video preview on the right side of the page.
5. Use the menus to select mic, camera, and speaker.
6. Click Join Studio to join the call.